Cat Daddies (2022)
89%RT Audience Score: 93%
Awards & Nominations: NA
Cat Daddies is a delightful and heartwarming documentary that showcases the unique bond between men and their feline companions. While some critics may find fault in the lack of a clear thesis statement or character development, the film’s genuine adoration for its subjects shines through. Director Hoang’s effort to expand the definition of masculinity is both noble and successful, as the stories of these nine cat-loving men prove that it’s an outdated stereotype to think that cat people are mostly women. Through entertaining and captivating stories, Cat Daddies shows how humans and cats enrich each other’s lives, and even the sternest, dog-loving viewers among us will find their hearts warmed by this charming film.
Cat Daddies is the purrfect documentary for anyone who loves cats or just wants to see some adorable feline friends. The film follows nine men and their furry companions, showcasing the unique bond between humans and their pets. While some critics found the film lacking in depth, we think it’s a heartwarming and entertaining look at the joys of cat ownership. Plus, who can resist those cute little faces? Whether you’re a cat person or not, Cat Daddies is sure to leave you feeling warm and fuzzy inside.
Production Company(ies)
Verse
Distributor
NA
Release Type
Theatrical, Theatrical (Limited)
Filming Location(s)
MPAA / Certificate
NR
Year of Release
2022
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Color:Color
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Sound mix:Dolby
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Aspect ratio:NA
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Runtime:NA
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Language(s):English
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Country of origin:United States
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Release date:Release Date (Theaters): Oct 14, 2022 Limited
Genre(s)
Documentary
Keyword(s)
documentary, cats, COVID-19 pandemic, masculinity, love, diverse group of men, heartwarming, inspiring, Mye Hoang, Dave Boyle, written by Mye Hoang, produced by Mye Hoang, directed by Mye Hoang, David Giovanni, Nathan Kehn, Jeff Judkins, Jordan Lide, Carson Couch, David Durst, reviewed by Amy Nicholson, Steven Warner, Dennis Harvey, Charles Solomon, Frank Swietek, Joel Copling, Tara McNamara, Emily Wheeler, Carla Hay, Avi Offer, Peter Martin, Joey Magidson, box office gross, $48.6K, limited release, English, 1h 29m, firefighter, truck driver, Hollywood stuntman, ad executive, cat rescuer, police officer, software engineer, actor, Instagram influencer, school teacher, undocumented immigrant, disabled immigrant, New York City, unconditional love, friendship, companionship, hope, pandemic, COVID-19, United States, coast to coast, endearing, cats, cat owners, men, women, gender, bond, here to stay
Worldwide gross: NA
Worldwide gross (inflation-adjusted): NA
Worldwide gross ranking (inflation-adjusted): NA
Worldwide tickets sold (est.): NA
US/Canada gross: NA
US/Canada gross (inflation-adjusted): NA
US/Canada gross ranking (inflation-adjusted): NA
US/Canada opening weekend: $11,136
US/Canada opening weekend (inflation-adjusted): $11,136
US/Canada opening weekend ranking (inflation-adjusted): 2,667
Budget and Earnings Details
Production budget (est.): NA
Production budget (inflation-adjusted): NA
Production budget ranking: NA
Marketing and distribution budget (inflation-adjusted est.): NA
Box office net earnings to date (inflation-adjusted est.): NA
ROI to date (est.): NA
ROI ranking: NA
Nathan Kehn – Self
Jeff Judkins – Self
Jordan Lide – Self
Carson Couch – Self
David Durst – Self
Director(s)
Mye Hoang
Writer(s)
Mye Hoang
Producer(s)
Mye Hoang, Dave Boyle
Film Festivals
Awards & Nominations
NA
Academy Awards
All Critics (17) | Top Critics (1) | Fresh (14) | Rotten (3)
These people don’t really pop as characters.
October 24, 2022
Amy Nicholson
FilmWeek (KPCC – NPR Los Angeles)
TOP CRITIC
Despite all of the applause-worthy aesthetics on display, one wishes that Hoang had either been a little more focused in his thematics or simply abandoned anything resembling a thesis statement.
November 1, 2022
Steven Warner
In Review Online
Sprawling from coast to coast, these stories are endearing, as of course are the cats.
October 31, 2022
Dennis Harvey
48 Hills
This is more a collection of odd footage than a coherent picture about cat owners.
October 24, 2022
Charles Solomon
FilmWeek (KPCC – NPR Los Angeles)
Sweet but not saccharine…even those who prefer canines should find it a charming, sometimes touching, survey of nine men and their cats.
October 21, 2022 | Rating: B
Frank Swietek
One Guy’s Opinion
One feels like a grouch disliking a movie with such superficially good intentions. The problem is that everything here is superficial.
October 19, 2022
Joel Copling
Spectrum Culture
Hoang’s effort to expand the definition of masculinity is noble and nice, but ultimately there are few surprising revelations here.
October 18, 2022 | Rating: 3/5
Tara McNamara
Common Sense Media
It has enough genuine adoration for its subjects, both feline and the men who love them, to satiate the cat people who seek it out.
October 17, 2022
Emily Wheeler
Film Inquiry
Through entertaining and heartwarming stories, the documentary Cat Daddies is proof that it’s an outdated stereotype to think that people who love cats are mostly women. The movie is really about how humans and cats enrich each others’ lives.
October 16, 2022
Carla Hay
Culture Mix
Well-edited, captivating and heartfelt.
October 13, 2022
Avi Offer
NYC Movie Guru
Soars through all the trouble. It does not not ignore or minimize the gigantic challenges in our lives, but shows a way to cope when confronting disaster and death. And, yes, it warms the heart of even the sternest, dog-loving people among us.
October 12, 2022
Peter Martin
ScreenAnarchy
Cat Daddies shows affection for the Fellas who love our feline friends.
October 12, 2022 | Rating: 3/4
Joey Magidson
Awards Radar…
Plot
A heartwarming and tender portrait of a diverse group of men whose lives have been forever changed by their love of cats. An inspiring journey all across the United States during the challenging early days of the COVID-19 pandemic when people desperately needed hope and companionship.
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